Tuesday, December 6, 2011

2012 Pickleball Canada National Open Championship July 7-8, 2012. A player may play in a maximum of 2 events. Please register early as spaces are limited and it is a first come, first serve basis. We are now accepting registrations.

DIVISIONS OF PLAY OPEN – Open to all ages 55+ - Ages 55 and older UNDER 55 - Ages under 55, a 55+ player may play down with a partner under 55.

AWARDS: Awards will be given to the top three finishers in each event.

ELIGIBILITY: Open to all players from any country.

NATIONAL TOURNAMENT FORMAT:All events in all divisions will follow a double-elimination format. All upper and lower bracket matches will play to 15 points, win by 2 points. Awards will go to the top three teams in each event. A player may play in a maximum of 3 events.A player may play only in the age group event for which he/she is qualified. He/she may also sign up for Open Division events. The tournament ball will be the yellow Jugs ball. Current IFP rules will apply. Format and events are subject to change.SCHEDULE OF EVENTS: Check the posted or online schedule for your event’s start time. Check in at least 30 minutes before your event. You must be warmed up and ready for your match when it is announced. Players who do not report to their assigned court ready to play within 10 minutes of their announced match will forfeit that match.

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RULES

All tournaments sanctioned by the Pickleball Canada Organization will follow the International Federation of Pickleball rules. These rules are the same as the USA Pickleball Association Official Tournament Rulebook, Revised April 1st, 2011. Should you wish access to the official USAPA rules, please refer to www.usapa.orgfor lists of USAPA/IFP Approved Tournament Paddles and Balls.